Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, Blowing Rock observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) to a pleasant 72.7°F (22.6°C). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Blowing Rock dips to a steady average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Blowing Rock aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Blowing Rock, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 72.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in May
Blowing Rock, NC
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September and December (5mi).
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